Wallingford Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Wallingford's crime rate in March 2025 remained 15.4% below the UK average at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a consistent performance relative to national benchmarks. The area's crime profile shows a clear dominance of violent crimes, with 23 incidents (40.4% of total) classified as violence and sexual offences, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.0%) and criminal damage and arson (14.0%). This pattern aligns with Wallingford's character as a built-up area within South Oxfordshire, where proximity to educational institutions and retail hubs may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal conflicts and property damage. Seasonal factors appear to influence patterns, as the transition to spring and lengthening evenings may correlate with increased outdoor activity and associated risks. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Wallingford (2.7 per 1,000) remains 1% below the UK average, suggesting local efforts in community engagement or policing may be having a measurable impact. However, the surge in criminal damage and arson (58% above UK average) raises questions about potential vulnerabilities in public spaces or enforcement gaps during transitional seasons. The area's relatively low burglary rate (1.8% of total crimes) may reflect effective property security measures in residential zones, though this remains an area warranting continued attention.

March 2025 saw a 100% increase in possession of weapons, drugs, and bicycle theft compared to February, while shoplifting and public order offences decreased by 66.7% and 16.7% respectively. Violence and sexual offences remained 1% below the UK average at 2.7 per 1,000, despite representing 40.4% of all crimes in the area. Anti-social behaviour occurred at 0.9 per 1,000, 28% below the UK average, though criminal damage and arson surged 58% above the national rate. These shifts highlight a combination of local enforcement efforts and seasonal dynamics. For residents, the 100% rise in bicycle theft may prompt reconsideration of security measures for cycling infrastructure in the town centre, where retail and educational institutions create high-traffic zones.

Wallingford's crime rate in March 2025 rose 42.4% compared to February 2025, reflecting a shift in crime patterns during the transition to spring. At 6.6 crimes per 1,000 residents, the rate remains 15.4% below the UK average but shows a notable upward trend from the previous month. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of 2 crimes per day in March, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 151 residents, a monthly exposure rate that provides a tangible sense of risk for the population. With 8,606 residents, this equates to a population-scaled perspective where each individual faces a 1-in-151 chance of being directly affected by crime. The increase from February may partly reflect seasonal factors, such as lengthening evenings and clock changes, which could influence patterns of outdoor activity and visibility in public spaces.